Managing Battery Power Monitoring Battery Power To replace the main battery W A R N I N G Do not mutilate, puncture, or dispose of batteries in fire. A battery can burst or explode, releasing hazardous chemicals. A rechargeable battery must be recycled or disposed of properly. 2. Plug in the ac adapter. 1. Important . Save your work. or From the Start menu, shut down the OmniBook. 3. Slide the safety latch for the battery compartment into its recess. 4. Slide the release latch forward, then pull out the battery, as shown. 5. Slide the charged battery into the OmniBook until it clicks into place. C A U T I O N Be sure the safety latch is open before you insert the battery.
Otherwise, the release latch could break if you force the battery in. 6. Close the safety latch. 3-7